Russia charges Telegram founder: Moscow accuses Durov of aiding 'terrorist activities'

Published 29 July 2026 · world

Russian authorities have issued an international arrest warrant for Telegram founder Pavel Durov. He has been charged with aiding terrorism. Russia's security service says the

Russian authorities have issued an international arrest warrant for Telegram founder Pavel Durov. He has been charged with aiding terrorism. Russia's security service says the messaging app has failed to remove channels and bots that Moscow suspects of co-ordinating acts of sabotage.

Durov could face life imprisonment. Al Jazeera’s Yulia Shapovalova reports from Moscow. Find us on Check our website Check out our Instagram page Download AJE

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